You've signed up for the biggest race of your life — let us help you turn your Ironman dreams into a reality! You'll be able to relish the experience, knowing that you're prepared — physically and mentally — to succeed!
We have created a comprehensive, proven, program that will prepare you for one or several Ironman 70.3 races, no matter what your experience level is. Is this your first Ironman 70.3 distance triathlon? Our coaches will guide you every step of the way. Looking for a PR? Let us challenge you and take you to the next level! Get motivated, meet some great people, have fun and get in shape all at the same time!
Goal Races:
We're targeting multiple, popular Ironman 70.3 races located in the Midwest:
(Racing at another summer/fall Ironman 70.3 event, such as Muncie, Santa Rosa, Canada, Boulder, etc.? Training plans can also be adapted to another Ironman 70.3 distance race in the same, general time frame — just ask the coaches for details).
Quick Facts:
Not only do you get to have a lot of fun, but you also get a ton of great stuff too! Check it out:
Proven, detailed training plans, created and COACHED by experienced, USAT certified coaches to get you TOTALLY prepared for your goal race, delivered online via TrainingPeaks. All levels (see recommended fitness levels below).
Weekly e-newsletter with tips on training & program updates
Coached group training—up to 4X per week (more details below)
Custom, sublimated Team CES Triathlon Racing Top from Voler — included! ($75 value)
Discounts/promotions from our partners
Educational seminars & clinics
Fun, team social activities
and much more!
Training Season Options for 2020
"Early Season" or "Late Season" Passes (17 Weeks)
Train for 17 weeks, targeting either an Early Season race or a Late Season race. Rather than tie you to one, specific race, our coaches will work with you to target one (or more) races in either the "Early Season" or the "Late Season". This means that you'll get supported training with your teammates for a full 17 weeks, no matter what your goal race is.
EARLY SEASON: March 30 through July 26
LATE SEASON: May 2 through August 30
FULL SEASON PASS (22 Weeks)
No limits! Why stop training with your friends & teammates, just because you finished one race? Train all season long with our new, "SEASON PASS". That's 22-weeks of training, racing and fun! This is also a great option for anyone targeting an early season 70.3 in addition to the Chicago Triathlon in August.
Training Days & Locations
Group training sessions are held four (4) times/week, beginning the week of Monday, March 26, 2018. For a little more detail on what happens at those sessions, read on...
Mondays or Tuesdays — SWIM TRAINING
8:00pm* — Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU)
*Start time will be 8pm through the week of May 5th, then will move to 7pm start for the remainder of the season (due to facility schedule)
Thursdays — OPEN WATER SWIM & RUN TRAINING
6:00am — Ohio Street Beach
(Starts in July)
6:30pm — Fleet Feet, Old Town
Saturdays — GROUP RIDES & BRICK TRAINING
7:00am — Rylko Park (Buffalo Grove) OR Plaza del Lago (Wilmette)
(Outdoor rides start in early May)
FEES
Please note: Your entry fee to the race is NOT included with this program.
Payment plans are available!
We know how expensive this sport can be, and we want to help! Simply contact info@chicagoendurancesports.com to set it up.
$200 deposit and 4 equal, monthly payments (includes small processing fee)
No refunds will be provided in full or in part for any reason, including injury, after a program begins. No prorated fees are provided for late enrollments.
Recommended Minimum Fitness Level
The Ironman 70.3 triathlon is a challenging event. To make sure this is the right program for you, we have established some minimum fitness requirements for participation. In addition to having completed a minimum of one or more Olympic Distance Triathlons in the last year, all participants should be comfortably able to complete the following prior to the start of the program:
Swim: 20-30 minutes (1000-1500 yards) non-stop, easy swim (or with minimal rest)
Bike: 1:45 (one hour, 45 minutes) nonstop, easy riding
We HIGHLY recommend participating in a coached, indoor cycling class prior to riding outside, so you're ready to go when we hit the roads! CES hosts a GREAT class — please consider registering for it!
During our group rides, Coaches will make their way between and among each group. They will stay with the main group of riders and cannot chase down those who strike out on their own, or can't hold the stated pace. Pace range is an average ride speed (not a peak speed briefly flirted with on a downhill with a tailwind).
Three Pace Groups
17–21mph average
15–18mph average
13–16mph average
Run: 45-60 minute easy run or run/walk
